High Court Bans Toll Collection from Ambulances
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In a groundbreaking move, the High Court has issued a ruling prohibiting the collection of tolls from ambulances on highways, flyovers, expressways, ferries, and tunnels across the country. This decision comes after a retired lawyer, Manir Uddin, filed a petition with the Supreme Court, claiming that charging tolls from ambulances is inhumane and against the principles of modern society. The lawyer had previously applied to various government departments for exemption but was denied. He argues that every second counts for a sick person, and wasting time collecting tolls can be deadly. The Health Ministry spends thousands of crores to ensure the health and safety of citizens, making the toll collection from ambulances against its objectives. This historic verdict aims to prevent unnecessary losses of life, money, and health due to a flawed policy.
